December 2018
The Season of Street Takeover; Anniversary of the December Protests
The article reflects on the anniversary of the December 2017 protests in Iran, which began as a reaction to economic policies but evolved into widespread…
92% Increase in Housing Prices in Tehran Over One Year
Housing prices in Tehran have surged by 92% over the past year, with a significant drop in transaction volumes indicating ongoing inflationary stagnation in the…
Putin Announced Russia's Readiness to Deploy Nuclear 'Hypersonic' Missiles
Vladimir Putin announced Russia's readiness to deploy nuclear hypersonic missiles in 2019, following successful tests of the Avangard missile system. This development raises concerns about…
Faezeh Hashemi: The System Has Experienced Content Collapse, Everywhere You Look is Ineffective
Faezeh Hashemi, a prominent political figure in Iran, argues that the Islamic Republic has undergone a content collapse, with widespread ineffectiveness across various sectors. She…
Ministry of Science Official: 20,000 PhD Graduates Unemployed
The Deputy Minister of Science in Iran reported that 20,000 PhD graduates are unemployed, highlighting a significant issue in the job market for educated individuals.…
The Booming App Market: 113 Billion Downloads in 2018
In 2018, app downloads exceeded 113 billion, with users spending over $76 billion on apps, reflecting significant growth in the market. Facebook Messenger and Netflix…
Residential Construction Prices Increased by 44% in Summer
Residential construction prices in Iran increased significantly this summer, with a 44.4% rise compared to last year. The number of transactions for residential properties and…
World Countries Reach Agreement on Pollution Gas Combat Rules
World countries have reached a significant agreement on greenhouse gas measurement and reduction at the UN climate summit in Poland, amidst rising carbon dioxide levels.…
Voyager 2 Enters Interstellar Space
NASA announced that Voyager 2 has entered interstellar space, marking a significant milestone in its 41-year journey. This achievement follows Voyager 1's entry into interstellar…
Discovery of Water-Forming Materials on Asteroid Bennu
NASA's OSIRIS-REx spacecraft has discovered water-forming materials on asteroid Bennu, which may offer insights into the origins of life on Earth. The findings are significant…
Underpricing or Shrinking?
The article discusses the phenomenon of underpricing and shrinking products in Iran, highlighting its historical roots and modern implications. It emphasizes the negative impact on…
Best Apps of the App Store in 2018
Apple announced the best apps of 2018 for its platforms, highlighting Procreate Pocket for iPhone and Froggipedia for iPad. The App Store's revenue significantly outperformed…
Advisor to Rouhani: Those Who Have Issues with Four Principles of the Constitution Must Pay the Price
Hossam al-Din Ashna, an advisor to President Rouhani, emphasized the unchangeable nature of four constitutional principles and warned that those opposing them must face consequences.…
Best Android Applications of 2018
Google Play has announced the best Android applications of 2018, with PUBG as the top mobile game and YouTube TV as the most popular app.…
The United States Sets a 60-Day Deadline for Russia to Comply with the Missile Treaty
The U.S. has given Russia a 60-day ultimatum to comply with the Intermediate-Range Nuclear Forces Treaty, or it will withdraw. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo…
A Pocket-Sized Filmmaking Group
The article discusses the launch of the Osmo Pocket, a compact camera and stabilizer by DJI, which is designed for filmmakers and content creators. Weighing…